2011 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, both 2011 Citroen C4 and 2011 Fiat Grande Punto were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen C4 | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C4 | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |